Big Ride - Days 7-10

It’s been a while since we had internet access, so Dad’s been filling in for us. Here are a few extra details that I missed on the brief call to them from Eureka two days ago.

Day 7:

As he mentioned we departed the coast and road through forested hills most of the day. The true highlight of the day - in addition to the Coos Bay bridge - was a rolling road called Seven Devils Road. It culminated in an awesome twisty descent. It’s only fault was that it was too short. Nick wanted to ride at least 5 more turns before it ended.

Day 8:

Breakfast made the day for us. You can’t know how deprived we feel by only having access to donuts and coffee for breakfast. Where are the bananas?!

Day 9:

Most of the day was spent on lightly traveled farm roads; it felt just like home! The campgrounds in California are just aweful compared to Oregon. What’s up with that? No towels, no soap, expensive cold showers! The insanity!

We heard that San Fransisco had a 6+ earthquake yesterday. Nick says: “The sooner this state breaks off into the ocean, the better!”

Day 10:

I made it every mile of the way on my bike until yesterday. A nagging knee pain, which had transferred itself to my opposite ankle got the better of me, so I sat out most of the end of the ride. One day in the RV, though, is enough to make you want to get back on the bike no matter how much it hurts. Boring hours spent waiting for the riders to come by. Arrrgh!

The fact that I wasn’t on the road gave Nick a chance to really ride the ride. He and Dave pounded up the hills and rode down them at break neck speed. He said, the hills were easy. The toughest part of the ride were the relentlessly rolling hills on the final 10 miles into camp. No rhythm.

Day 11: REST DAY!

We started the day with a huge breakfast at Cafe 1. Mmmmm! Then we went off to do laundry. This afternoon we’re going to hit the Lost Coast Brewery for lunch and a pint (or two). Today is all about rest and rehydration for our 109 mile ride tomorrow. (I thought this was supposed to be a relaxing tour!)

There is a pair of riders (Dave and Karen) who are also posting pictures and stories for the road. Here’s their web site for perusing in case you’ve got some time to kill. They’ve got some great pictures!

Dave and Karen Derrig’s Web site

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